10 phrasal verbs used when hiking

Phrasal Verb	Meaning	Examples
Set off	To start a journey or hike.	We set off early in the morning to avoid the crowds. Let's set off before sunset to reach the summit by dawn. The hikers set off from the base camp at dawn. We set off on the trail as soon as the weather cleared. They set off on their hike with excitement and anticipation.
Check in	To make sure everyone in the hiking group is present and accounted for.	Don't forget to check in with the ranger station before starting the hike. Before we start the hike, let's check in to see if everyone has enough water. They checked in with each other at every trail junction. It's important to check in regularly to ensure everyone's safety. Before we head back, let's check in to make sure no one is missing.
Turn back	To reverse direction and return to the starting point.	We had to turn back because the trail was blocked by fallen trees. Due to bad weather, we decided to turn back and try the hike another day. When we realized we were low on supplies, we had to turn back. They turned back when they realized they had taken the wrong trail. As the sun began to set, we reluctantly turned back.
Press on	To continue with determination despite difficulties or fatigue.	Even though it started raining, we decided to press on with the hike. Despite feeling tired, we pressed on to reach the summit before sunset. They pressed on through the thick fog, relying on their map and compass. With only a few miles left to the campsite, we decided to press on. She encouraged us to press on, reminding us that the view at the top would be worth it.
Set up	To arrange or assemble equipment or campsite.	Let's set up camp before it gets too dark. We set up our tents near the stream for easy access to water. After a long day of hiking, it's nice to set up a comfortable campsite. They set up a cooking area using rocks to create a makeshift stove. Before dark, we need to set up a fire for warmth.
Take off	To remove clothing or gear.	It's getting warm; I need to take off my jacket. We took off our backpacks and rested for a while. Before entering the tent, we took off our muddy boots. They took off their hats to feel the cool breeze. As the sun rose higher, we took off our hats and put on sunscreen.
Run out of	To use up or deplete a supply of something.	We ran out of water halfway through the hike. Make sure we don't run out of snacks; it's a long hike. They ran out of daylight and had to set up camp earlier than planned. As we approached the summit, we realized we were running out of daylight. They ran out of energy and had to take a break.
Hike out	To return from a hike or journey.	After spending a night in the wilderness, we hiked out at dawn. They planned to hike out of the canyon before nightfall. It took us two days to hike out of the remote valley. Before the storm hit, they decided to hike out and seek shelter. We hiked out of the national park as the sun began to set.
Break down	To suffer a mechanical failure or emotional collapse.	Our tent broke down in the middle of the night during a storm. She broke down in tears when she realized she forgot the map. Their GPS device broke down, leaving them without navigation. He broke down emotionally after struggling with the difficult terrain. Don't let a small setback make you break down; we'll find a solution.
Take on	To accept or confront a challenge or responsibility.	We decided to take on the challenge of hiking the entire trail in one day. She took on the responsibility of navigating the group through the wilderness. They took on the difficult task of carrying extra supplies for the group. Before we start the hike, let's take on some extra water in case it gets hot. We're ready to take on whatever challenges the trail throws at us.